Optoelectronic Level Switch - OLS-C01

Brand: WIKA Instruments Ltd.

The model OLS-C01 optoelectronic level switch is used for monitoring the level of liquids. The optoelectronic sensor consists of an infrared LED and a light receptor.

The light from the LED is directed at a prism which forms the tip of the sensor. So long as the tip is not immersed in liquid, the light is reflected within the prism to the receiver.
Features
  • Compact design, no moving components. 
  • Mounting position as required. 
  • Accuracy ±2 mm. 
  • Visual indication of the switching status. 
  • Choice of electrical connections: PUR, PVC cable or circular connector M8. 

Specifications

Measurement Accuracy

  • ≤ ±2 mm

Minimum Distance from the Glass Tip to An Opposite Surface

  • ≥ 20 mm with electropolished surface
  • ≥ 10 mm

Mounting Position

  • as required

Visual Indication of the Switching Status

  • 1 LED

Process Connection G

  • G ⅜, G ½ or M12 x 1 (male)

Responsiveness

  • Option: Adjustable responsiveness (trimmer) for other liquids and foaming media
  • Preset for the detection of aqueous media and oils

Medium Temperature

  • -30 … +100° C [-22 … +212° F]

Ambient Temperature

  • -25 … +70° C [-13 … +158° F]

Operating Pressure

  • 0 to 25 bar [0 to 2.5 MPa / 0 to 363 psi]

Materials

  • Stainless steel 316Ti
  • Stainless steel 303
  • (Option: Fixed with epoxy resin)
  • Borosilicate glass, fixed with silicone adhesive

Power Supply

  • DC 12 ... 32 V

Max. Current Supply

  • 40 mA

Electrical Connection

  • Circular connector: M8 x 1 (3-pin)
  • Cable end: Cut to length
  • Diameter: 3 x 0.25 mm2
  • Cable length freely definable

Output Signal

  • PNP transistor, protected against reverse polarity, 200 mA switching current

Switching Function

  • Normally open (closed in medium) or normally closed (open in medium)

Ingress Protection

  • IP65

Number of Switch Points

  • 1

Response Time

  • 0.5 s

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